Oral management of the patient with cancer in the head and neck region |
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Authors: | Barker B F Barker G J |
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Institution: | Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry, USA. barkerb@umkc.edu |
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Abstract: | Cancer therapies--including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy--may unfavorably affect the oral/dental health of patients. Existing dental problems can also result in serious complications that may be prevented by dental intervention prior to cancer therapy. This paper will be limited to a discussion of the detrimental effects of radiation therapy on the oral cavity and salivary glands and appropriate dental management. |
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